The Original Benchmark

The award-winning Ripstick 96 Black Edition returns ready to hammer hardpack and charge through choppy snow, with power, agility, and smoothness.
Now in its third generation, Ripstick 96 Black Edition has established itself as the cornerstone of Elan's freeride collection. Amphibio Profile delivers the relentless trio of grip, rebound, and maneuverability, now with an even stronger and more stable ride. New Carbon Frame Reinforcement combines Carbon Deck Technology's lightweight yet super-smooth platform built with unidirectional carbon bands, with C-Ply Carbon and QuadRod reinforcement for elevated power and response. Additional vibration damping is enhanced by environmentally friendly Flax Fiber placed in a new lightweight 3D trapezoid shape which provides our smoothest ride yet. Whether you prefer a wider footprint for every day skiing at the resort or are looking for premium ride with all-mountain versatility for changing conditions, Ripstick 96 Black Edition is known for turning good times on the hill into great memories.

Key Characteristics

  • Most versatile for both hard and soft snow
  • Powerful Edge Grip
  • Smoothest Ride
  • High Speed Stability
  • Powerful Rebound & Response

Size Guide

Skier Height Ski Size
153 - 161 cm 161
160 - 168 cm 168
167 - 175 cm 175
174 - 182 cm 182
181 - 189 cm 189

Technical Information

size
161 cm
Radius
14.8
Tip Width
128
Waist Width
93
Tail Width
108
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1435
size
168 cm
Radius
15.8
Tip Width
129
Waist Width
94
Tail Width
109
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1500
size
175 cm
Radius
16.8
Tip Width
131
Waist Width
95
Tail Width
112
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1570
size
182 cm
Radius
17.8
Tip Width
133
Waist Width
96
Tail Width
114
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1640
size
189 cm
Radius
18.8
Tip Width
134
Waist Width
97
Tail Width
115
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1715

Details

Code
ADCLFA24
Geometry
133/96/114
Length Radius
182 (17.8)
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1640g +/- 50g
Profile
Amphibio
Din
4 - 14
Technology
high speed gliding base, Carbon Frame Reinforcement, TubeLite Woodcore, Carbon Deck Technology

Sustainability

  • 100% green energy in the production process.
  • More than 70% of the ski volume is made from natural and recycled materials (applies to all SW skis with a wood core)*
  • Environmentally friendly printing technology. Graphics are produced using digital print technology that is environmentally friendly and VOC-free.

Awards

Freeskier gear lab

RIPSTICK 96 BLACK EDITION

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About the product
The award-winning Ripstick 96 Black Edition returns ready to hammer hardpack and charge through choppy snow, with power, agility, and smoothness.

Skill level

4 - 9 / 9
Intermediate Advanced Expert

Terrain

3 - 9 / 9
Groomed Variable Powder

Speed

3 - 9 / 9
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The Original Benchmark

About the product
The award-winning Ripstick 96 Black Edition returns ready to hammer hardpack and charge through choppy snow, with power, agility, and smoothness.
Now in its third generation, Ripstick 96 Black Edition has established itself as the cornerstone of Elan's freeride collection. Amphibio Profile delivers the relentless trio of grip, rebound, and maneuverability, now with an even stronger and more stable ride. New Carbon Frame Reinforcement combines Carbon Deck Technology's lightweight yet super-smooth platform built with unidirectional carbon bands, with C-Ply Carbon and QuadRod reinforcement for elevated power and response. Additional vibration damping is enhanced by environmentally friendly Flax Fiber placed in a new lightweight 3D trapezoid shape which provides our smoothest ride yet. Whether you prefer a wider footprint for every day skiing at the resort or are looking for premium ride with all-mountain versatility for changing conditions, Ripstick 96 Black Edition is known for turning good times on the hill into great memories.

Key Characteristics

  • Most versatile for both hard and soft snow
  • Powerful Edge Grip
  • Smoothest Ride
  • High Speed Stability
  • Powerful Rebound & Response

Size Guide

Skier Height Ski Size
153 - 161 cm 161
160 - 168 cm 168
167 - 175 cm 175
174 - 182 cm 182
181 - 189 cm 189

Technical Information

size
161 cm
Radius
14.8
Tip Width
128
Waist Width
93
Tail Width
108
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1435
size
168 cm
Radius
15.8
Tip Width
129
Waist Width
94
Tail Width
109
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1500
size
175 cm
Radius
16.8
Tip Width
131
Waist Width
95
Tail Width
112
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1570
size
182 cm
Radius
17.8
Tip Width
133
Waist Width
96
Tail Width
114
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1640
size
189 cm
Radius
18.8
Tip Width
134
Waist Width
97
Tail Width
115
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1715

Details

Code
ADCLFA24
Geometry
133/96/114
Length Radius
182 (17.8)
Ski Weight (g/ski)
1640g +/- 50g
Profile
Amphibio
Din
4 - 14
Technology
high speed gliding base, Carbon Frame Reinforcement, TubeLite Woodcore, Carbon Deck Technology

Sustainability

  • 100% green energy in the production process.
  • More than 70% of the ski volume is made from natural and recycled materials (applies to all SW skis with a wood core)*
  • Environmentally friendly printing technology. Graphics are produced using digital print technology that is environmentally friendly and VOC-free.

Awards

Freeskier gear lab

Ripstick Black Edition

Premium style and timeless design are merged with a state-of-the-art carbon construction that takes the Ripsticks performance and versatility to the next level. Providing unsurpassed power and stability. The best freeride skis just got a lot more muscle.
Ripstick Black Edition
  • 1 SST - Slanted Sidewall Technology
    For direct power transmission at lighter weight
  • 2 Sintered Running Base
    Excellent gliding
  • 3 UD Carbon
    Superior response and intuitive feel
  • 4 Tubelite Woodcore
    Strong, light, dynamic
  • 5 Quadrod reinforcement
    For lightweight, stability & powerful rebound
  • 6 Flax Fiber
    Natural vibration control
  • 7 C-Ply™ Carbon Reinforcement
    Next level grip and stability
  • 8 Amphibio Technology
    Power, Ease and Performance
Ripstick Black Edition
SST - Slanted Sidewall Technology
SST - Slanted Sidewall Technology
The SST Construction provides quick, nimble and direct power transmission from the ski to snow as well as providing exceptional torsional rigidity.
Sintered Running Base
Sintered Running Base
The special ultra-high molecular weight running base delivers excellent durability and superb gliding performance in variety of conditions.
UD Carbon
UD Carbon
Unidirectional carbon bands are strategically positioned along both edges of the ski to create torsional stability which produces superior response and intuitive maneuverability at an extremely light weight.
Tubelite Woodcore
Tubelite Woodcore
To create the TubeLite Woodcore, two super lightweight Carbon tubes are inserted into a lightweight laminated wood core. These tubes run the length of the ski following the arc of the side cut. They provide torsional stability and powerful rebound while allowing for material reduction of the core. The result is incredible lightweight response and stability.
Quadrod reinforcement
Quadrod reinforcement
Expanded upon its TubeLite Woodcore, which features two full-length carbon rods placed in the core, adjacent to the edges and the shape of the sidecut, by adding two additional carbon rods to the center of the ski, one in the tip and one in the tail, resulting in QuadRod Technology. It delivers next level smoothness and grip, with a natural flex pattern for the perfect blend of playful, yet powerful performance.
Flax Fiber
Flax Fiber
A layer of natural Flax Fiber is placed in the tip of the ski to neutralize vibration and chatter, providing a smooth ride at high speeds and in variable snow conditions.
C-Ply™ Carbon Reinforcement
C-Ply™ Carbon Reinforcement
The C-Ply Carbon Reinforcement found in Ripstick Black Edition models places an additional layer of carbon in the mid-body of the ski to achieve next level edge grip and stability.
Amphibio Technology
Amphibio Technology
Amphibio Tech is the complete, fulldimension asymmetrical ski design. Influencing both the profile and construction of dedicated right and left skis.
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